Outway When you think of performance athletic gear built on Vancouver Island, one brand stands out for its focus, discipline, and rapid global growth: Outway. In this episode of The Business Vancouver Island Podcast, we sit down with Rob Fraser — a five-time Canadian National Team downhill cyclist turned founder who built Outway into an…
When you think of craft beer in Victoria, BC, one name stands out for its bold flavors and vibrant local collaborations: île Sauvage Brewing. Recently, I sat down with founder Ian Ibbotson, a longtime friend and former hockey teammate, to discuss his journey from Alberta to the heart of Vancouver Island’s craft scene. From Alberta…
Yeshi Foods When you think of artisan salad dressing on Vancouver Island, one story stands out for its heart, health, and hustle: Yeshi Foods. Recently, I sat down with founder Paul Kleinschmidt to discuss his inspiring journey from discovering a gluten intolerance that transformed his health and mindset, to building a food brand now stocked…
Full On Lighting When you think of cutting-edge outdoor lighting on Vancouver Island, one name is lighting up the industry: Full On Lighting. Recently, I sat down with Sean Bourquin, founder of Full On Lighting and former CEO of First Light Technologies, to discuss his journey from electronics technologist to launching a high-performance lighting company…
StarFish Medical When you think of medical device innovation on Vancouver Island, one company stands above the rest: StarFish Medical. Recently, I sat down with Scott Phillips, CEO and founder of StarFish Medical—one of North America’s most respected medical device design firms—to discuss his journey from engineer to leading a team of 250 professionals across…
BestHuman When you think of data-driven mentorship and coaching on Vancouver Island, one innovator is making a real difference: Humaira Ahmed, CEO of BestHuman. Humaira has developed a marketplace to help companies, individuals, and teams develop across organizations. Based in Victoria, BC, Locelle services companies throughout the US and Canada. Building a Marketplace for Human…
NZ Builders When you think of quality construction and resilient home building on Vancouver Island, one name has earned a reputation for craftsmanship and integrity: NZ Builders. Recently, I sat down with founder Damon Gray to discuss his journey from Orewa, New Zealand, to building a trusted construction company on Vancouver Island. From New Zealand…
Barnacle Systems Welcome to the first episode of the Business Vancouver Island Podcast! We had the pleasure of interviewing Barnacle’s CEO, Brandon Wright. Brandon is a bootstrapping engineer who has figured out market fit for marine innovation and growth, based in Comox and Victoria, BC. The First Episode of Business Vancouver Island Podcast This is…
Kael and John talks about how the Internet really affected business and it’s market.
Kael and John Talks about how big Pet market is!